{"id":311,"date":"2025-01-06T22:38:53","date_gmt":"2025-01-06T22:38:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/?p=311"},"modified":"2025-01-06T22:38:53","modified_gmt":"2025-01-06T22:38:53","slug":"the-hidden-cost-of-tax-season-ads-and-why-you-should-act-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/the-hidden-cost-of-tax-season-ads-and-why-you-should-act-now\/","title":{"rendered":"The Hidden Cost of Tax Season Ads (And Why You Should Act Now)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As I sit here unpacking from our Hawaii trip, watching our son Kainalu reach his 9-month milestone (cue the adorable photoshoot!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"993\" src=\"https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_1327-1024x993.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_1327-1024x993.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_1327-300x291.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_1327-768x745.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_1327-1536x1489.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_1327-2048x1985.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">and helping Cooper readjust to San Diego life after being spoiled by grandma and grandpa, I can&#8217;t help but think about the incoming wave of tax season marketing that&#8217;s about to hit everyone&#8217;s feeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You know what I&#8217;m talking about &#8211; those endless TurboTax commercials, H&amp;R Block pop-ups, and random &#8220;tax experts&#8221; promising instant refunds. But here&#8217;s what those flashy ads aren&#8217;t telling you\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Real Cost of DIY Tax Software<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While TurboTax might seem cheaper upfront, here&#8217;s what I discovered after reviewing hundreds of self-filed returns:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>72% of DIY filers missed key deductions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The average missed refund amount? $2,300<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Most people spent 5-7 hours struggling with software<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many had errors that could trigger IRS notices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why An Enrolled Agent Makes a Difference<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As an Enrolled Agent (EA), I&#8217;m different from your typical tax preparer. Here&#8217;s why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;m licensed by the IRS to represent you (only EAs, CPAs, and attorneys have this privilege)<br>I specialize in personal tax returns (unlike CPAs who focus on corporate)<br>I work with you year-round (not just during tax season)<br>I actually answer my phone (try getting TurboTax on the line in March!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Last year, a client switched to me after using TurboTax for 5 years. During our review, I discovered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Missed home office deductions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unclaimed business expenses from their side gig<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Educational credits they qualified for<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Retirement contribution opportunities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Result? An extra $3,400 in their refund.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why Act Now?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s the thing &#8211; I&#8217;m only accepting 20 more clients this tax season. Why? Because unlike the big tax chains, I believe in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Personal attention<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thorough reviews<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strategic tax planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Actually knowing my clients&#8217; names<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think about it: Would you rather:<br>A) Spend hours fighting with software, hoping you didn&#8217;t miss anything<br>B) Hand everything to an expert who knows what they&#8217;re doing and can maximize your refund<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The choice seems pretty clear to me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What&#8217;s Next?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re ready to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stop stressing about taxes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maximize your refund<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work with someone who actually cares<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get year-round tax support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Email me at info@andrewsamaniego.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;ll send you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pricing details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Required documents checklist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Online scheduling link<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Answer any questions you have<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t wait until April when everyone&#8217;s panicking. Let&#8217;s get your taxes sorted now so you can focus on what matters &#8211; like taking vacation photos that don&#8217;t need a vacation to recover from (though our Hawaii trip was worth every jet-lagged moment!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to make tax season stress-free?<br>Email info@andrewsamaniego.com today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">P.S. My current clients know &#8211; spots fill up fast. Don&#8217;t wait until the last minute!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As I sit here unpacking from our Hawaii trip, watching our son Kainalu reach his 9-month milestone (cue the adorable photoshoot!) and helping Cooper readjust to San Diego life after being spoiled by grandma and grandpa, I can&#8217;t help but think about the incoming wave of tax season marketing that&#8217;s about to hit everyone&#8217;s feeds. 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